2005 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
